Policy

Not so fast on interest rate cuts, says European Central Bank

The bank left its benchmark rate unchanged at a record-high 4%

By David Mchugh, The Associated Press |January 25, 2024

4 min read

Policy

China cuts required bank reserves

Move appears to be part of a concerted effort to stabilize the markets

By Elaine Kurtenbach |January 24, 2024

4 min read

Policy

Bank of Canada holds key interest rate at 5%

The central bank is still open to more rate hikes if inflation doesn’t co-operate

By Nojoud Al Mallees, The Canadian Press |January 24, 2024

3 min read

Policy

All eyes on the BoC this week for any hints on when it plans to cut interest rates

The bank will also publish its quarterly monetary policy report on Wednesday, with new forecasts for the economy and inflation

By Nojoud Al Mallees, The Canadian Press |January 22, 2024

3 min read

Policy

Nearly all major central banks to cut rates in 2024: Fitch

However, the rating agency expects a slower pace for those cuts than financial markets are predicting

By Melissa Shin |January 19, 2024

1 min read

Policy

Deadline to receive partial CEBA loan forgiveness looms for Canadian businesses

Almost 900,000 businesses received an interest-free CEBA loan during the pandemic, securing up to $60,000

By Rosa Saba, The Canadian Press |January 17, 2024

2 min read

Policy

Cutting interest rates too soon in Europe risks progress against inflation, central bank chief says

Sluggish economic growth and the impact of higher interest rates on economic activity have sparked bets on rate cuts

By David Mchugh, The Associated Press |January 17, 2024

3 min read

Policy

Top Federal Reserve official says inflation fight seems nearly won, with rate cuts coming

Member of the Fed's board of governors noted that inflation is slowing even as growth and hiring remain solid

By Christopher Rugaber, The Associated Press |January 16, 2024

3 min read

Policy

As Canadians cut back, mortgage holders say they can make higher payments: BoC survey

Consumers have changed their spending habits in response to higher inflation, interest rates

By Nojoud Al Mallees, The Canadian Press and Staff |January 15, 2024

3 min read

Policy

Bank of Canada’s looming rate cut dilemma

Central bank will need a communications shift to navigate policy pivot, TD says

By James Langton |January 10, 2024

2 min read

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